Heavy Equipment Operator - American Aggregates Buno

Edw. C. Levy Co.; Milford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,072 - 42,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(K) with Employer Contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Edw. C. Levy Co. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Milford, MI location. The role involves operating mobile equipment to load trucks and manage stockpiling materials. Candidates must possess mechanical aptitude and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

The position offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401(K) plan. If you enjoy teamwork and outdoor work with heavy equipment, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Valid license required.
• Knowledge of truck hauling capacities and loading/unloading procedures.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb or crawl under or on top of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment such as excavator, bulldozer, loader and dredge.
• Complete various functions like digging pits and loading trucks.
• Inspect machines and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Ability to Lift up to 50 lbs.

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Job description

If you’ve got a passion for heavy equipment, loved tonka toys as a kid, enjoy time outdoors, & get gratification working with a team to build a better environment for the next generation, Levy invites you to play in our sandbox.

Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs all functions related to operating off‑road mobile equipment for the purpose of loading trucks, rail trucks, rail cars, feeding plant, and stockpiling materials at the American Aggregates location in Milford, MI.

Pay: $26.46

Shift/Schedule: Day Shift

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Prescription, 401(K) with 3% Employer Contribution, Long‑ and Short‑term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified skilled trade programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment such as excavator, bulldozer, loader and dredge
• Complete various functions such as digging pits, loading trucks, feeding hopper and bins with materials
• Load trucks with the correct materials without contamination while complying with the legal weight limit for the trucks
• Monitor stockpile inventory
• Assist Maintenance personnel with repairs
• Inspect machines and equipment to identify possible malfunctions
• Keep the work area clean and tidy
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment (e.g. greasing, oiling, fueling, inspecting breaks, tires, seals and bearings)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Ability to Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment
• Knowledge of truck hauling capacities as well as loading and unloading procedures
• Knowledge of equipment (e.g., conveyor lines, crusher, hot plant, and trucks)
• Knowledge of materials and specification requirements
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb or crawl under or on top of equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format individually and in group settings
• Valid license

Equal Opportunity

The Levy Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Levy Group of Companies makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.